1
as in message
a piece of conveyed information
the latest communication from the crew of the space station
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2
as in contact
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
we haven't been in communication with him since he left for the Alaskan wilderness
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Recent Examples of communication
Remind yourself that clear communication can forge uncertainty into cooperation and closeness.
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Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2026
His communication is always there.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Both are known in the field for combining a technical, scientific approach with a strong focus on aesthetics and patient communication.
—Wyles Daniel, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
The executive also held the VP of global brand marketing role at Tommy Hilfiger, the global marketing director role at H&M Group’s Cheap Monday label, and the global communications director role for Adidas Originals.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 8 Jan. 2026
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Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 8 Jan. 2026
His communication is always there.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Both are known in the field for combining a technical, scientific approach with a strong focus on aesthetics and patient communication.
—Wyles Daniel, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
The executive also held the VP of global brand marketing role at Tommy Hilfiger, the global marketing director role at H&M Group’s Cheap Monday label, and the global communications director role for Adidas Originals.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communication
Noun
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Summit County Sheriff's Office SCSO says detectives discovered electronic messages sent by Zabik detailing plans and a timeline to carry out a mass shooting in the county.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Not going home in between games, but going to an officiating institute and breaking down all the games together, so the messages are consistent.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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When the buyer powered on the phone for the first time, a contact number for the House of Representatives Technology Service Desk appeared on the screen, the DOJ said.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Police use these radios to reach dispatch services, contact Emergency Medical Services, and seek backup police services without network interruptions, according to Radio Communications of Virginia.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Minutes later, police received a call from a different location from a man who said he’d been shot by federal officers and was requesting help, according to Day and dispatch audio.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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The crash remains under investigation, and anyone who witnessed it is encouraged to speak to CSP dispatch at (303) 239-4501 and reference case 4C260093.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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The contrast stripes running down the sides of the legs add a fun, sporty touch.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
13 Jan. 2026
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Italian Leather Glove Ballet Flat Add a polished touch to travel-friendly joggers, leggings, jeans, or sweats with these leather ballet flats.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Communication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communication. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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